Alexa Cawley
The Friday Society
Welcome to The Friday Society, the podcast for anyone and everyone in the health & fitness industry. In this podcast, we'll talk to industry leaders and experts about everything you need to know to scale and authentically grow your health & wellness brand. We'll hear from operational experts, email marketing gurus, accountants, and more to get you set up for success. You can always submit questions and topic requests via @alexagrowmybusiness on Instagram, and I hope you enjoy!
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Alexa Cawley
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Latest episode
Jul 10, 2026
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Episodes
132. The Power of Expanding Your Brand Beyond Your Core Business ft. Daryn Schwartz, Founder of The Space Between 10.07.2026 41:27
One of my favorite people, Daryn Schwartz , Founder of The Space Between Yoga , and most recently The Space Together , joined me to talk about expanding your business in ways that may feel out of the original business plan. We talked about how Daryn and her business partner took the bold leap from expanding their yoga business into a second location that is a co-working gathering place. Daryn has...
131. Is Bigger Better? Smart Growth Strategies from Jennifer Maanavi, Physique 57's CEO 02.07.2026 1:01:07
Jennifer Maanavi , Founder and CEO of Physique 57 , joined me on the podcast. Physique 57 has been around for 20 years, 20 years! Jennifer has seen a lot including expanding into different countries, selling fitness DVD's, hosting on demand memberships (before that was even a thing), closing multiple studies during covid, and still continuing to operate a thriving boutique fitness business wi...
130. AMA: Humanity in your automations, partnership do's/don'ts, timeblocking and more 22.06.2026 32:58
Hi everyone! In this AMA, I'm answering: 1. how to balance being a human and having a personal touch with your automations 2. Timeblocking -- my advice on what works best to balance your admin and client time 3. Partnerships and what I've seen work and not work for bringing in new clients I mention Danielle Stead -- she's the best lawyer!! Find her here ! Download my app! It&apo...
129. How to Talk About Your Business Without Sounding Like a Robot 13.05.2026 30:30
Messaging is the foundation of everything in your marketing — and in this episode, I'm sharing my four best tips for communicating your small business in a way that feels good, sounds like you, and actually converts. Plus I'm answering some of the most common messaging questions I get from business owners: how to fill your newsletter every month, how to talk about your membership without...
128. SEO in 2026: How to Show Up in Google, ChatGPT, and AI! 20.04.2026 21:43
Your dream clients are already searching for you on Google — the question is whether your website is making it easy for them to find you. In this episode, I break down the exact six steps I'd take right now to improve my brand's visibility and start showing up in organic search results. No ads, no complicated tech, no budget required. Just high-impact, doable edits that make your marketi...
127. Quality Instructors & Studio Trends that Actually Work ft. Dale Stabler of Sweats and the City 06.04.2026 42:40
Hey guys! Dale Stabler, the incredible Founder of Sweats and the City, joined me on the podcast. Dale is an expert, and I mean EXPERT, on fitness trends. I have known Dale for a very long time and this is her second time joining me on the podcast. We discussed new trends in the fitness industry, the importance of quality instructors, and her longterm outlook of the industry. Dale has started to co...
126. Employee or IC? Are Non-competes Valid? Legal Q+A ft. Danielle Stead Blanton 27.03.2026 45:48
Hey Everyone! Danielle Stead Blanton , an amazing friend, attorney, and member of The Friday Society Membership , joined me to discuss common legal questions I hear from my clients all the time. I can't say enough about Danielle and her expertise in the fitness industry. I recommend her to literally all of my clients for legal counsel because she understands this industry backwards and forwar...
125. Efficient Automations & Expanding into a New Demographic ft. Sara Habetz of Hype Haus Fitness 26.02.2026 45:20
Hype Haus Fitness is a thriving fitness studio in New Orleans, LA and the Founder, Sara Habetz , joined me to discuss her strategy as a thriving business owner. Sara is a long time member of The Friday Society Membership and she is such an incredible business owner who brings the best energy into her studio. We discussed how she is expanding into a new market with a totally new demographic and how...
124. Profitable Memberships & How to Use Social Media Stats ft. Charlotte Muller 12.02.2026 40:12
Hey everyone! I had the most amazing time talking with Charlotte Muller, the Founder of Breathe Strength Wellness . We dove deep into hosting memberships and covered the pros and cons. Personally, I love having TFS Membership which is my monthly marketing membership. It allows me to connect with my clients on a deeper level and provide accessible marketing advice, however, it takes a lot of work!...
123. The 8 Things I’d Do to Build a Successful Business in 2026 14.01.2026 23:25
In this solo episode, I’m walking you through exactly what I’d focus on if I wanted to build a sustainable and successful small business in 2026 — without burnout, constant hustle, or overspending on things that don’t actually move the needle. We’ll talk systems, messaging, local visibility, social media, newsletters, SEO, client appreciation, and audience building — and how these pieces work toge...
122. How to Understand PCOS & Build Your Brand on Instagram ft. Cory Ruth 07.01.2026 39:40
Cory Ruth is a PCOS expert who has helped countless women achieve a better understanding of their body, health needs, and identifying fertility issues that may be stemming from PCOS. As someone who has PCOS this conversation was so meaningful! Not only did we dive into PCOS but we discussed her incredible growth and Instagram strategy. Cory has truly built an amazing business based around educatin...
121. Money Mindset & Finding Your Rich ft. Wealthkind 30.12.2025 43:05
Hey Everyone! This is a perfect episode to kick off your New Year by reframing your financial mindset and entering 2026 with an intentional money strategy. I was able to host the amazing Founders of Wealthkind , Delana Bristow and Lexi Sidle, on the podcast. They specialize in helping women reclaim their financial freedom and create their dream life. Not only do they teach tangible investment stra...
120. What's coming to The Friday Society & Life Updates! 24.11.2025 23:09
Everything you need to know referenced in this episode: https://foreverfriday.co/bf25 Download my app! It's a free marketing coach in your pocket. To keep up with me on instagram, follow me @alexagrowmybusiness To join the The Friday Society Membership, click here To join my newsletter for free marketing advice, click here To view all of my free resources, click here !
119. Hiring Strategy & Owning Performance Based Fitness Studios ft Ashley Iwanicki of The Collective Studios 24.10.2025 44:35
Guys! I am so excited about this episode! Ashley Iwanicki, the Founder of The Collective Studios and a member of The Friday Society Membership, joined me on the podcast. Ashley is one of the most intentional and strategic business owners I know! I absolutely love the way she approaches branding, marketing, hiring, and her vision for long-term success. We discussed all of this plus how she leads he...
118. Revenue Reset: Amplify Your Revenue Streams & Maximize Profitability 10.10.2025 18:03
Hey guys! This episode is a little different because it's a few snippets of an actual main training in The Friday Society Membership. This month we focused on diversifying our revenue streams so we can maximize our time and profitability. As a small business owner, there is nothing more important than having fun in my business and ensuring I'm not on the road to burnout. Figuring out way...
117. AMA: Ads, Booking Podcast Guests, & Social Media Marketing Mistakes 12.09.2025 21:59
Hey guys! This episode was so fun because I answered really great questions from TFS community. You guys have the best questions and I'm so grateful for how much you all interact and help one another within the membership. We touched on quite a few questions today plus gave a few life updates 😊! Here is what we discussed: Is ad investment in Pinterest or Reddit worth it; How to book a podcas...
116. Business Transformation, Price Increases, & Burnout ft. Angelique Velazquez of Vida Sana Studio 05.09.2025 40:39
The amazing founder and owner of Vida Sana Studios, Angelique Velazquez, joined me on the podcast. Angelique is a longtime member of The Friday Society Membership, friend, and incredible Pilates studio owner. I absolutely loved featuring one of TFSM members to discuss how she completely changed her business model, tips for navigating price increases, and the importance of taking time to rejuvenate...
115. Mastering Digital Memberships ft. Daniel Kosmala of uScreen 08.08.2025 45:28
Daniel Kosmala, the Senior Marketing & Customer Growth Manager of uScreen, joins me to talk about how to grow a successful digital membership model. We discuss strategies, challenges, and tools that are essential for sustaining engagement to build a thriving membership platform. I personally use uScreen to host The Friday Society Membership! We cover all of the features that help to grow my +2...
114. Marketing Mishaps, Price Raise Tips, and more (solo) 03.07.2025 30:29
How do you raise prices without apologizing? How do you make sure your new clients feel welcome? How do you avoid a few common marketing mistakes everyday brands (even your favorites) are committing? In this solo episode, I chat about a few recent client experiences I've had, tips for price raises and more. For a fun little surprise, DM me july2025 for a special membership promo! Download...
113. What to Know About Selling a Business - Katy Richardson of Neighborhood Barre Part 2 09.05.2025 54:00
Katy Richardson is back and answers all of my burning questions about selling Neighborhood Barre to Extraordinary Brands, how long it took to form the deal, and how she's now in an even bigger role than she anticipated. I LOVE hearing Katy's approach to business and this is sure to inspire any business owner out there, whatever you're thought about selling, what your end goal is, or...
112. Grow Your Business Through Referral Programs & Guest Passes 02.04.2025 16:55
In this episode, I dive into the power of guest passes and referral programs for small businesses. Learn why referrals are one of the most effective ways to grow your client base, increase loyalty, and create a sense of community. With referral programs generating 3-5 times higher conversion rates than other marketing channels, this strategy is both low-cost and highly effective. I share tips on h...
111. Achieving Success, Motherhood, & Long-term Commitment ft. Lindsay Arnold, Founder of The Movement Club 01.02.2025 41:02
Lindsay Arnold, the amazing Founder of The Movement Club, talks about her entrepreneurial journey, incorporating pregnancy into her business model, motherhood, and tips for success. She candidly shares her time with Dancing with the Stars, how she bootstrapped her now successful business, and her why new entrepreneurs should not give up on themselves. This is such a wonderful episode and a must li...
110. How To Build A Great Marketing Strategy & Jan. 2025 Updates 17.01.2025 35:21
What is a good marketing strategy? That comes down to 4 key things. In this episode, I discuss how to outline a great marketing strategy, what my clients are up to lately, and a fun announcement on how I'm planning to make social media more fun for business owners! To grab that marketing strategy training and template, click here ! To join the membership + social media add-on, click here ! D...
109. Finance, Fitness, Family, & the Inspiring Leadership of Hilary Hoffman, Founder of SotoMethod 13.12.2024 42:10
Hilary Hoffman, Founder of SotoMethod, joined me on the podcast! From her impressive background in finance to founding the most efficient workout method, SotoMethod, she is a thought-leader in the fitness industry. We discussed how her background in finance prepared her for owning a business, why giving away free classes isn't the best marketing strategy, launching SotoMethod, and how she is...
108. Building a Community Focused Pilates Studio in NYC ft Goli Soli of Jetset Pilates 25.11.2024 48:02
Goli Soli is the incredible owner of Jetset Pilates SoHo. She just opened her new location in SoHo, New York a few weeks ago. It was so fun hearing about the experience of opening her NYC Pilates studio in real time! Goli and I discussed her journey in the fitness industry and her experience opening a studio in the competitive NYC market. We discussed the excitement, and challenges, of opening a...
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